承载

承載

chéngzài

verb HSK 7-9 #19,942

Meanings

1 to bear; to carry; to support (a load)
2 to embody; to carry (meaning, memories)

Characters

to bear; to hold

to carry; to load

Literally 'to bear and carry' - supporting weight, either physical or metaphorical.

Examples

HSK 5

这座桥能承载多少吨？

Zhè zuò qiáo néng chéngzài duōshao dūn?

How many tons can this bridge support?

HSK 5

这条老街承载了太多记忆。

Zhè tiáo lǎojiē chéngzài le tài duō jìyì.

This old street carries so many memories.

Tips

usage

The figurative use of 承载 is very popular in Chinese writing - places, objects, and traditions 承载 memories, culture, dreams, and hopes. It's a favorite word in sentimental essays and speeches.

Stroke Order

承 chéng

载 zǎi